Health professionals for Αυτισμό in Attica

The Center for Study and Special Therapies "Smart Development" is comprised of a specialized team of professionals providing psychological support for parents and children, as well as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and special education services. Smart Development has over 15 years of experience in private education and therapeutic services. The team's passion for children serves as both the foundation and driving force for continuously delivering their services to the utmost of their capabilities. They remain consistently vigilant and update their teaching methods, as well as the implementation of the center’s therapeutic programs, adhering to the most modern and validated standards.

Kandiliotis Danae is a psychologist - psychotherapist and has a private office in the centre of Athens. She holds a BSc, MSc in Psychology and is a member of the Hellenic Association of Psychologists. Community of Behavior Analysis. In addition, she has completed two years of study at the two post-graduate trainings in the Department of Sociology of Panteion University, two post-graduate trainings in Cognitive-Behavioural Psychotherapy and is a Behavioural Analyst. In her office she undertakes a variety of clinical cases, mainly anxiety disorders, mood and personality disorders. She has worked extensively with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and has attended as speaker at conferences, workshops and television shows. In addition, she has conducted internship at the Smile of the Child and has also been a collaborator of the Local Mental Health Promotion Team of the Municipality of Nea Smyrni and other institutions. Finally, she has attended numerous seminars and trainings regarding Psychology issues and Psychiatry, while she is also involved in issues of work and Organizational Psychology. She serves in the Athens area, in the centre of Athens and in the area of Ampelokipi. Both offices are located at a minimum distance from metro stations.

We are a team of individuals with a common goal and vision: to provide specialized intervention and support for issues that a child, adolescent, adult, couple, or family may face. This is how 'Diaulos' was established.

Children facing difficulties encounter daily challenges that they are unable to overcome, which often leads to feelings of frustration. Consequently, they frequently exhibit outbursts of anger, resignation, and even antisocial behavior. Occupational Therapy assists children in playing, improving their academic performance, and participating in their daily activities. By achieving a goal previously considered unattainable, Occupational Therapy not only facilitates their daily life but also enhances their self-esteem and sense of fulfillment.

Papadopoulou Marilena - Speech Lab is a Speech Therapist and operates the private Speech Therapy and Special Treatments Center, "Speech Lab," located in Pangrati and Vyronas. Papadopoulou Marilena holds a degree in Speech Therapy from Queen Margaret University, Scotland, and is the holder of the “Advanced Professional Certificate in Diagnosis and Intervention of Specific Learning Difficulties” from the Scottish Qualifications Authority. Additionally, she has received further training in Alternative Communication Systems (PECS, TEACCH). She is an external collaborator of the nursery-kindergarten “Iliokhamogelo” and a former scientific associate at special therapy centers and day centers. Finally, she regularly attends numerous seminars in the field of speech therapy as part of her ongoing professional development.

The Kentro Meletis Kai Eidikon Therapeion Eksypni Anaptyksi consists of a specialized team of professionals providing psychological support for parents and children, as well as services in speech therapy, occupational therapy, and special education. Eksypni Anaptyksi has over 15 years of experience in the field of private education and therapy. The team's passion for children is the foundation and driving force that motivates them to continue delivering their services to the fullest extent of their capabilities. They remain constantly vigilant, updating their teaching methods and the implementation of the center’s therapeutic programs by following the most modern and validated standards.

Dimitris Stogioglou is a Psychiatrist who maintains a private practice in Mavili Square. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and specialized in the Psychiatric Clinic of the 251 General Air Force Hospital and the General Hospital of Athens "G. Gennimatas." Additionally, he pursued postgraduate studies in the USA in San Antonio, Texas. He has gained extensive experience at the Neuro-Psychiatric Center "Galini," as well as in Care Facilities for People with Disabilities, and has completed numerous educational seminars with a psychodynamic orientation. Currently, he works as a Consultant at the Psychiatric Clinic of the 251 General Air Force Hospital and serves as the Scientific Director at the Day Care Center "Good Samaritan" and the Special Persons Center "Joy." Finally, he is a Collaborator of the Medical Services Network "Marathon."

Christina Koulourioti is a Psychologist – Psychotherapist providing both in-person and online sessions. She holds a professional practice license.

She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a master's degree in Clinical Psychology and Counseling from the University of Derby.

She has extensive experience in adult and adolescent psychotherapy, as well as parental counseling. She collaborates with the Institute of Behavioral Research and Therapy and participates in online psychotherapy platforms.

Previously, she has worked as a school psychologist at Geitona Private Schools and has provided services at the psychiatric clinic "Agios Georgios".

She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by the Society of Cognitive Behavioral Studies and continues her specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents offered by the same society.

Additionally, she has studied Cognitive Behavioral Clinical Hypnotherapy at the Center for Applied Psychotherapy, enhancing her therapeutic work with modern, specialized techniques.

She is distinguished by deep empathy, respect, and genuine presence, creating a space where every individual can express themselves freely and feel heard and understood.

Η Μαρία Ανδρέου είναι Ψυχολόγος - Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, με άδεια ασκήσεως επαγγέλματος και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στον Άλιμο. Είναι απόφοιτη του Τμήματος Ψυχολογίας (BSc) του Università E-Campus στην Ιταλία και παρακολουθεί το Μεταπτυχιακό Πρόγραμμα Κλινικής και Δυναμικής Ψυχολογίας του ιδίου πανεπιστημίου. Διαθέτει εξειδικευμένη κατάρτιση και πρακτική εμπειρία σε θέματα που αφορούν τις εξαρτήσεις, τη ΔΕΠΥ (ADHD) και τις αγχώδεις διαταραχές. Ασκεί τη Γνωσιακή - Συμπεριφορική Ψυχοθεραπεία σε ενήλικες, με ιδιαίτερη εξειδίκευση στη Διαταραχή Ελλειμματικής Προσοχής και Υπερκινητικότητας (ΔΕΠΥ). Η εξειδίκευσή της στον τομέα αυτό ενισχύεται από την παρακολούθηση σχετικού μετεκπαιδευτικού προγράμματος του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Έχει επίσης ολοκληρώσει την εκπαίδευση ADHD in Adults: Diagnosis, Impairments, and Long-Term Management υπό την καθοδήγηση του Dr. Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., ABPP (Certificate of Completion), καθώς και την εξειδίκευση στη Γνωσιακή-Συμπεριφορική Θεραπεία για ενήλικες με ΔΕΠΥ (CBT for Adult ADHD) από το Beck Institute. Αυτή την περίοδο εκπαιδεύεται στην προσέγγιση Compassionate Inquiry που δημιουργήθηκε από τον Dr. Gabor Maté, με σκοπό την αντιμετώπιση του τραύματος και των εξαρτήσεων. Έχει ειδικευτεί στη Θεραπεία Συμπεριφοράς των Διαταραχών Άγχους, της Ιδεοψυχαναγκαστικής και της Μετατραυματικής Διαταραχής στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγιεινής (Ε.Π.Ι.Ψ.Υ). Έχει παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα σεμιναρίων κλινικής κατεύθυνσης στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών (ΕΚΠΑ), όπως Ιατρική Ψυχολογία, Ειδική Αγωγή, Αυτισμός, Αυτοβελτίωση και διεκδικητική συμπεριφορά, καθώς και Κοινωνική Κλινική Ψυχολογία των Εξαρτήσεων. Παρέχει, επίσης, υπηρεσίες επαγγελματικού προσανατολισμού σε μαθητές και ενήλικες, με τη χρήση εξειδικευμένων ψυχομετρικών εργαλείων και συνεδριών συμβουλευτικής. Στο πλαίσιο του 18 ΑΝΩ (Ψυχιατρικό Νοσοκομείο Αττικής), έχει ολοκληρώσει την εκπαίδευσή της στη Θεραπευτική αντιμετώπιση των εξαρτήσεων, τόσο στο άτομο όσο και στην οικογένεια. Παράλληλα με το ιδιωτικό της γραφείο, έχει αποκτήσει ουσιαστική εμπειρία μέσω της εθελοντικής της δράσης σε φορείς όπως ο ΟΚΑΝΑ, το σωματείο ADHD Hellas και η ΜΚΟ Steps, καθώς και στη δομή ψυχοκοινωνικής υποστήριξης παραβατικών ανηλίκων στον Ξενώνα «Μελίτη» της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Ιατρικής Ψυχολογίας. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει την πρακτική της άσκηση σε σημαντικές μονάδες ψυχικής υγείας, όπως στη Μονάδα Αποτοξίνωσης “Detox” του Ψυχιατρικού Νοσοκομείου Αττικής «Δαφνί», στον ΟΚΑΝΑ και στο Ειδικό Ιατρείο Ιδεοψυχαναγκαστικής Διαταραχής και Φάσματος στο Αιγινήτειο Νοσοκομείο, αποκομίζοντας εμπειρία από ένα ευρύ φάσμα κλινικών περιστατικών.

The Speech Therapy and Special Treatments Center - Lazari Kleopatra is located in Kallithea and specializes in Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy, while also providing a Special Educator and Psychologist - Psychotherapist. The head of the center is Kentro Logotherapeias Kai Eidikon Therapeion - Lazari Kleopatra, who is a Speech Therapist. She holds a degree in Speech Therapy from the School of Health and Welfare Professions at the Technological Educational Institute of Patras, and her thesis entitled "Speech Disorders in Institutionalized Population" was presented at the 12th World Congress on Aphasia Rehabilitation. Subsequently, she received further training in "Special Education" and "Educational Psychology" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, while simultaneously attending numerous professional development and lifelong learning programs. She has worked as a Speech Therapist at the Special Vocational Gymnasium of Agios Dimitrios Attica, and during her clinical practice, she worked at the National Institute for the Rehabilitation of Disabled Persons, where she dealt with cases of aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, dysphagia, and voice disorders in adult patients. Additionally, her articles are published online on informational sites and portals, she collaborates with the charitable organization "Friends of the Child," and she is a member of the Association of Speech Pathologists - Speech Therapists of Greece.

Kentro Logotherapeias Kai Eidikon Therapeion - Lazari Kleopatra is located in Kallithea and specializes in Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and also has a Special Educator and a Psychologist - Psychotherapist (Nikoleta Perraki and Efthalia Tsangari). The head of the center is Lazari Kleopatra, a Speech Therapist. She holds a degree in Speech Therapy from the School of Health Professions and Welfare of the Technological Educational Institute of Patras. Her thesis, titled "Speech Disorders in an Institutionalized Population," was presented at the 12th World Congress on Aphasia Rehabilitation. Subsequently, she received further training in "Special Education" and "Educational Psychology" at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, while also attending numerous continuing education and lifelong learning programs. She worked as a Speech Therapist at the Special Vocational High School of Agios Dimitrios, Attica, and during her practicum, she worked at the National Rehabilitation Center for the Disabled, where she dealt with cases of aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, dysphagia, and voice disorders in adult patients. Her articles are published online on informational websites and portals, she collaborates with the charitable association "Friends of the Child," and she is a member of the Association of Speech Pathologists - Speech Therapists of Greece.

Special Heroes is an organized therapeutic framework for children, adolescents, and families, where comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services are provided by specialized professionals of various disciplines. At our center, among other services, Psychological Assessment of the Child-Adolescent's Intellectual Functioning and Personality is offered. Intelligence assessment tests constitute scales that provide significant information across multiple areas of cognitive development, such as general knowledge, abstract reasoning, logical thinking ability, problem-solving skills, auditory and visual memory capacity, social judgment, and cognitive flexibility. The WPPSI-III is administered to children aged 2.6 to 7.3 years. The WISC-V is administered to children aged 6 to 16 years. Personality tests include various methods for the objective evaluation of behavior and personality, which are classified into three main categories: a) observation methods, b) questionnaires, and c) projective tests (Rorschach Inkblot Test), which reveal motives and personality traits that even the individual may be unaware of.

Matthaiou Dimitrios is a Psychologist and Child Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) at the Psychotherapy and Counseling Center and maintains a private practice in the Gyzi area of Attica.

Elina Dolloglou is a Psychologist with a private practice in Piraeus, near the Metro and Tram stations. She is a graduate of the Department of Psychology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with extensive clinical experience. Since 2020, she has been a permanent member of the Mental Health and Social Service Department at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens (401 GSNA), and since 2019, she has worked as a Psychologist in treatment centers for children, adolescents, and adults. She is trained through educational seminars in the psychoanalytic approach and is a trainee member of the Hellenic Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy of Children and Adolescents. Additionally, she has attended seminars on Special Education, the diagnosis of learning disabilities, and play therapy. Concurrently, she has been trained in the psychodiagnostic evaluation of children, adolescents, and adults using psychometric and projective tools [Intelligence Tests and projective assessments such as the Thematic Apperception Test (T.A.T.), Children's Apperception Test (C.A.T.)]. Finally, as part of her work at the 401 GSNA, she has taken on the support of oncology patients and their families, gaining significant clinical experience in grief management and the challenges arising from the diagnosis of an illness. She has also participated in psychometric test committees for the selection of students for productive schools.

Το Κέντρο Behavior Therapy - Σαλμά Αναστασία & Συνεργάτες εδρεύει στην Πανόρμου. Η Σαλμά Αναστασία είναι Ειδική Παιδαγωγός ιδρύτρια και επιστημονικά υπεύθυνη του κέντρου ανάπτυξης και υποστήριξης παιδιού και εφήβου Behavior Therapy στην Πανόρμου. Είναι Διδάκτωρ Ψυχολογίας του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου, με εξειδίκευση στην Ανάλυση Συμπεριφοράς για παιδιά και εφήβους. Έχει ολοκληρώσει το μεταπτυχιακό της στην Εφαρμοσμένη Γνωστική και Αναπτυξιακή Ψυχολογία στο Πάντειο Πανεπιστήμιο και κατέχει μεταπτυχιακό στην Ειδική Αγωγή και Εκπαίδευση (ΜΑ SEN) από το University of East London, με ειδίκευση στη Διαταραχή Ελλειμματικής Προσοχής/Υπερκινητικότητα (ΔΕΠΥ) και στη Δυσλεξία σε παιδιά και εφήβους. Επιπλέον, σπούδασε Παιδαγωγικά στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών και μετεκπαιδεύεται στη Θεραπεία Συμπεριφοράς για αγχώδεις διαταραχές, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή και μετατραυματική διαταραχή στο Ερευνητικό Πανεπιστημιακό Ινστιτούτο Ψυχικής Υγείας (ΕΠΙΨΥ), με κλινική πρακτική στο Ειδικό Ιατρείο Θεραπειών Συμπεριφοράς του Αιγινητείου. Έχει εργαστεί για πολλά χρόνια σε δημόσιους και ιδιωτικούς φορείς που παρέχουν εξατομικευμένες θεραπείες σε παιδιά και εφήβους νευροτυπικής και άτυπης ανάπτυξης, καθώς και στις οικογένειές τους. Διαθέτει πολυετή εμπειρία στη θεραπεία ψυχολογικών και αναπτυξιακών διαταραχών σε παιδιά και εφήβους, όπως αγχώδεις διαταραχές, ΔΕΠΥ, αυτισμό, ιδεοψυχαναγκαστική διαταραχή (ΙΨΔ), φοβίες, επιθετικότητα, και προβλήματα συμπεριφοράς. Το 2016, τιμήθηκε με το B.F. Skinner Foundation Research Award από την European Association for Behaviour Analysis για την καινοφανή πρόταση της διδακτορικής της διατριβής. Τα ερευνητικά της ενδιαφέροντα επικεντρώνονται στη μεταβλητότητα της συμπεριφοράς και τα στερεοτυπικά μοτίβα που εκδηλώνουν παιδιά και έφηβοι με ΔΑΦ, ΙΨΔ, κατάθλιψη, κ.α. Διδάσκει από το 2019 στο πρόγραμμα του ΚΕΔΙΒΙΜ του Παντείου Πανεπιστημίου με θέμα “Ανάλυση Συμπεριφοράς”. Τέλος, έχει συμμετάσχει σε πλήθος συνεδρίων και είναι ιδρυτικό μέλος και μέλος του Δ.Σ. της Ελληνικής Κοινότητας Ανάλυσης Συμπεριφοράς και μέλος της Ελληνικής Εταιρείας Έρευνας της Συμπεριφοράς και της European Association for Behaviour Analysis.